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decanter

/dɪˈkæntər/ noun · British & US
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What does decanter mean?

noun

A container, typically with a stopper, used for holding and serving wine or other liquids. A high-ranking military officer, especially in the British Army, ranking above a colonel.

Example

"She carefully poured the wine from the decanter into the glasses."

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